Mind Sports Talent Platform

A talent identification and recruiting platform built around mind sports competitions (chess, poker, Settlers of Catan, etc.) to identify and recruit elite talent, particularly targeting young competitors under 25.

Key Points:

• Core Concept:

  • Transform mind sports competitions from prize-based tournaments into recruiting events
  • Focus on identifying future talent rather than just competitive gaming
  • Target participants under 25 years old

• Business Model:

  • Create recruiting events disguised as gaming tournaments
  • Get participants to sign agreements allowing job offers/investment opportunities
  • Connect winners with companies looking for top talent
  • Potentially take a cut of placement fees or future investments

• Target Talent:

  • Competitive gamers
  • Strategy game champions
  • Mind sports competitors
  • Young people showing high strategic thinking abilities

• Value Proposition:

  • Access to pre-vetted, highly intelligent talent pool
  • Proven track record of competitive gamers succeeding in business
  • Alternative to traditional recruiting methods
  • Early access to future entrepreneurs and company builders

• Competitive Advantage:

  • Creates concentrated pool of elite minds
  • Natural filter for strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
  • Attracts participants through competition rather than traditional recruiting
  • Gets access to talent before they enter traditional workforce

• Revenue Streams:

  • Recruiting fees from companies
  • Investment rights in participants' future ventures
  • Event sponsorships
  • Tournament entry fees